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The Public Policy MPP program from Arizona State University can also serve as a platform for preparation for doctoral studies in public policy, public administration, urban studies and other related programs. Students learn analytical techniques and conceptual frameworks for understanding policy issues and identifying potential solutions, and about applying these skills to real-world issues --- especially to the needs of cities in the region. Students also gain an understanding of policies addressing issues such as poverty, education, the environment and public safety

The program trains people to lead by making positive policy decisions, addressing the difficult questions associated with public policy and managing the process of policy creation, approval, implementation and evaluation. At the conclusion of the master's degree program, students will be able to identify, analyze and interpret the challenges and dilemmas of public policies, especially those of urban areas. Students will also be able to approach policy analysis with a variety of quantitative and qualitative methods and be prepared to develop innovative processes and tools to deal with changing realities of public policy and address issues on a global, regional and local scale.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this degree program are prepared for professional careers as policy analysts and leaders in public service involved in the formulation, approval, implementation and evaluation of public policy at all levels of government and in the private and nonprofit sectors. This may include opportunities as either a manager or policy analyst in local, state, or federal agencies; nonprofit organizations; and private organizations that interface with public sectors.

The program can also serve as a platform for preparation for doctoral studies in public policy, public administration, urban studies and other related programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Service Research

Microeconomics of Public Policy

Public Policy Analysis

Advanced Policy Analysis

Program Evaluation

Applied Econometrics

Diversity, Ethics and Leading Public Change

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Phoenix, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.

graduate admission application and application fee

official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework

verbal, quantitative and analytical scores on the GRE (institution code: 4007) or GMAT scores

three letters of recommendation

written statement

proof of English proficiency

Tuition Fees

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30348 USD / year

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27810 USD / year

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12940 USD / year

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Living costs

Phoenix

United States

900 - 1450 USD / month

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